Environmental Law and Water Legislation

Abstract

In this chapter, the authors look at the guidelines International Human Rights and Environment provides for the state with respect to the appropriate structure of its water laws. Moreover, it discusses the relevant aspects of the human right to water and sanitation, as well as the conceptual connection between human rights and the environment. In addition, the report emphasizes the importance of the principles of international law for ensuring the right management of water resources as a guarantee of the human right to water and sanitation.